Tampa hotels launch Plates with Purpose to fight food insecurity
Mainsail hotels are turning every entrée sold into meals for families facing holiday food insecurity.
Chuck Merlis
6 story luxury student housing project breaks ground near USF
A major student housing project is now underway near USF, bringing new units, modern amenities and fresh investment to North Tampa.
USF eyes 2027 launch for new real estate master’s program
The University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business is expanding its real estate offerings with new graduate concentrations and a proposed Master of Science in Real Estate that could start in fall 2027. The degree is moving through the university and state approval process. USF already offers an undergraduate real estate minor that launched … Read more
Whole Foods will anchor Sarasota Square as 96-acre redevelopment accelerates
Whole Foods leads the first wave of tenants joining Torburn Partners’ major redevelopment of Sarasota Square.
Tampa CEO talks about leadership, growth and purpose
Ashley Butler talks about leadership growth purpose and community impact during TBBW’s November CEO Connect.
Sheriff’s Indian Advisory Council hosts 2025 Annual Banquet at Bryan Glazer JCC
The Sheriff’s Indian Advisory Council celebrated community service and cultural unity at its 2025 Annual Banquet in Tampa.
Tampa retail market hits highest demand since 2021
New data shows Tampa retail demand has surged to its highest level since 2021.
St. Pete YMCA’s new CEO sets belonging as top priority
New CEO Nicci Bucher is leading the St. Pete YMCA with a focus on belonging, partnerships and community growth.
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch shares major updates with TBBW
Mayor Ken Welch briefed TBBW on St. Pete’s biggest priorities from tech migration to resilience and the future of the Gas Plant District.
Tropicana Field roof finished early as Rays chase new stadium
St. Pete finished the Trop roof early and is moving into the next phase of repairs while the Rays explore a new stadium site.